Parenting, Gardening and Bird Watching, Kids Printables, Family Travel
Today, I'm sharing parenting advice on succeeding as a single parent. Raising children as a single parent, whether you're a mother or father, can be exhausting. It takes focus, strength and determination to succeed, but it can be done. I am living proof that it can be … [Continue]
My grandfather had a garden when I was growing up. And, I remember how different the vegetables tasted from the store brought veggies today. So, I planted a vegetable garden. My father was an avid flower gardener, so I guess gardening is in my blood. Today, I'm sharing parenting tips on backyard gardening with your … [Continue]
Do you give your children chores? First, I have found that many of our children today have become entitled. They think that they shouldn't have to work for anything. Somehow the world owes them. They make no effort in school, and most importantly they have no respect for their parents or anyone else. Attitude is everything. Today, I'm sharing … [Continue]
Do you go to your local library or attend information sessions? Going to story hour at the library was a major event when I was growing up and raising my daughter. I don't hear much about story hour at the library from parents anymore. Did you know that there I have wonderful memories of spending time at the library … [Continue]
I was contacted to review the new Oral B Disney Timer App. If you're unfamiliar with the App it was designed by Oral B, Disney and Crest to help children brush for 2 minutes, which is the recommended time frame by most dentists. With a 2 and 5 year old I jumped at the chance. I thought this App could make brushing … [Continue]
Do you take your child to the park or playground? Do you understand the benefits of playgrounds. I've often wondered if they have become obsolete and replaced by video games. I can count on one hand the number of times that I've taken the children to park and there has been other children there. I wondered if parents understood the importance of … [Continue]
Stop, don't throw those eggshells away. Today, I'm sharing tips on using eggshells in the garden. Yes, eggshells are beneficial in the backyard garden. So, add eggshells to your list of backyard vegetable gardening items needed this growing season. Your tomato and pepper plants will thank you. So, grab a container and start saving them … [Continue]
Do you know the proper steps to take for toddler dental emergencies or even an older child? My grandson has lost his front tooth twice. When the first accident occurred, I didn't have a clue on the proper steps to take to help save the tooth. Kids getting hit hard enough to knock out a permanent tooth is rare, but it happens. As a … [Continue]
Summer's around the corner lady. We will be storing our hose, socks, and boots, yeah baby. I like winter simply because I love boot season, but I love summer for the cute dresses, flip flops and sandals too. As I was thinking of warmer weather on the horizon, I also thought about some of the ladies last summer who could have used a few tips … [Continue]
When I became a mother, I vowed to do things differently from my mother. After all, who wants to be like their mother. Did you swear that you would never turn into your mother too? Even as she was baking wonder bread, maintaining a perfect house, sewing on a button or placing a band aid on a scrapped knee, I didn't want to be my mother. I had … [Continue]
Hi! I'm Rhonda. Mother of 1, grandmother of 2, master gardener, bird watcher, thrift shopper, traveler, and creator of kid's printable. Check out my printables, gardening and backyard bird tips, thrift finds, and travel advice. Creating on a budget is second nature. Grab a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and stay for a while. Thanks for stopping by.
